What Is Basil Essential Oil

Basil
scientific name: Ocimum basili

        The English name of basil evolved from the Greek word "king" (basileum). It may be that people thought that basil was precious at the time, and it could be called the king of plants, or that basil oil was the holy oil smeared by the king. One, apply holy oil to cleanse one of the ingredients. Sir John Buckinson mentioned in his herbalism: "Basil tastes so good, it is very suitable for use in the king's palace." In modern Greece, basil is still a very valuable plant. It is a common dish People used some nicknames for the herbs used, such as "The Joy of the Mountain" and "The Joy of the Boy". Even in a Greek church, a pot of basil can be found at the foot of the priest.

      Basil grows very luxuriantly in the Mediterranean area, especially on the sunny slopes of the hills. Basil with different characteristics such as various heights and leaf colors grows prosperously. Some basil leaves are darker in color, some are lighter, some are hairy, and some are thin or straight. Their aromas are also different, and some are similar to sweet fennel and long wormwood. Basil used in aromatherapy has light pink flowers and oval shaped hairs with fine hair. The aroma is somewhat similar to thyme, but it is more intense and spicy. In addition to Europe and the Mediterranean, Asia is also the origin of basil. In traditional Indian medicine, the history of using basil is not short.

      Basil essential oil has a slight yellow color, and the main active ingredients are: methyl piperitin (40% ~ 50%), linalool, eucalyptol, eugenol, pinene and camphor.

In ancient times, people used basil to treat chest infections, digestive system problems, and jaundice. Some herbalists also believe that basil has the effects of aphrodisiac and sexual desire. In the 16th century, people often ground basil into powder and used it as nasal tobacco to inhale the body to treat headaches, migraines and colds. The modern method of inhaling basil essential oil is more elegant and civilized, and has the same treatment efficacy. Basil is second only to rosemary in purifying thoughts, so when you are tired, try basil essential oil. Basil can be refreshing, and early herbalists also mentioned that basil can "eliminate depression in the heart."

      Basil essential oil can treat various respiratory infections, such as bronchitis, cough and many fever symptoms. It can also relieve cramps-gently massage with basil essential oil on the stomach to relieve discomfort in the digestive system; gently massage with basil essential oil on the abdomen can also relieve abdominal pain during menstruation or increase menstrual flow.

      Basil essential oils are rarely used alone during massage, and most are mixed with other essential oils. The essential oil of basil and lavender is especially suitable for the treatment of muscle fatigue, tension or overwork. Athletes, dancers and others who use muscles for strenuous activities are suitable for massages with essential oils of basil and lavender.

      Basil essential oil has other unknown advantages, it can reduce breast swelling in women's breasts, and can also be used as a good mouthwash (especially when mouth ulcers or gum infection). Basil is an essential oil with stimulating and regulating properties. If it is used excessively, it will have adverse effects. For example, bathing with basil can tighten the skin and may irritate allergic skin. But after dilution, it can make the skin healthy and full of luster.